Harbour Hope International announced the launch of the Comprehensive Survivor Care Continuum, a holistic, trauma-informed initiative serving survivors of human trafficking and their children across South Lake County. The program is made possible through a $50,000 grant from Live Well Foundation of South Lake.
Led by CEO Merrie Karimov, the initiative will reach individuals in communities throughout the region, including Clermont, Four Corners, Groveland, Mascotte, Minneola, and Monteverde, with a goal of serving more than 15 survivors within its first 12 months. Through individualized case management, safety planning, mental health support, life-skills coaching, and leadership development, the program is designed to help survivors rebuild their lives and achieve long-term stability.
Harbour Hope International is collaborating with a broad network of local and regional partners — including county sheriff’s offices, human trafficking task forces, BRIGHT Network, FLITE Center, and Housing Connector — to strengthen service delivery and expand access to critical resources. Live Well Foundation Grant Committee Chair, Susan McLean, affirmed the importance of this collaborative approach, stating that “this investment reflects our commitment to supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community. By funding trauma-informed, collaborative solutions, we are helping survivors move toward healing, independence, and long-term success.”
Key outcomes of the initiative include improved housing stability, increased access to employment and educational opportunities, stronger social support networks, and enhanced overall well-being for survivors and their families. The program’s survivor-centered approach recognizes the complex, interconnected challenges faced by individuals recovering from trafficking situations, and is built to address them with the depth and care they require.
For more information about the Live Well Foundation of South Lake and its grantmaking initiatives, visit www.lwfsl.org.
About Harbour Hope International
Harbour Hope International provides compassionate, comprehensive care to survivors of human trafficking, empowering individuals and families to reclaim their futures and thrive. The organization serves communities across South Lake County with trauma-informed, survivor-centered programming.
About Live Well Foundation of South Lake
Established in 2019, the Live Well Foundation of South Lake is a private 501(c)(3) foundation dedicated to improving the health and wellness of South Lake County. The Foundation fulfills its mission through strategic grantmaking that supports sustainable, community-based initiatives focused on long-term impact.
Live Well Foundation of South Lake invests in solutions that strengthen individual and community well-being, guided by a commitment to measurable outcomes and responsible stewardship. Its work is grounded in a simple return on investment: better health, for life.